Top Contenders McIlroy and Scheffler Lead PGA Tour Player of the Year Nominees

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Top Contenders McIlroy and Scheffler Lead PGA Tour Player of the Year Nominees

Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler headline the nominees for the prestigious Jack Nicklaus Award, recognizing the PGA Tour Player of the Year. McIlroy, having achieved a career Grand Slam with his recent Masters victory, and Scheffler, who clinched two major titles this year, are strong contenders.

Meet the Nominees

In addition to McIlroy and Scheffler, two other players have been nominated for this honor. Tommy Fleetwood, who captured the FedExCup this past August, is among them. He secured a $10 million prize, emphasizing his remarkable season.

Rory McIlroy: Winner of the Masters.
Scottie Scheffler: Holds two major titles in 2025.
Tommy Fleetwood: Winner of the Tour Championship.
Ben Griffin: Three-time winner in 2025.

Scottie Scheffler’s Stellar Performance

Scottie Scheffler stands out as the world number one, recording an impressive 17 top-10 finishes during the 2025 season. Notably, he did not miss any cuts. His recent victories at the US PGA Championship and the Open Championship at Royal Portrush enhanced his career major total to four. Scheffler is now just one win away from achieving the career Grand Slam, a feat accomplished by only six other golfers.

Rory McIlroy’s Historic Win

Rory McIlroy ended an 11-year major drought with a thrilling playoff victory at Augusta National in April over Justin Rose. This win solidified his legacy and confirmed his place among golf’s elite.

Rookie of the Year Nominees

The Arnold Palmer Award, which honors the PGA Tour Rookie of the Year, also has notable nominees. Aldrich Potgieter and Karl Vilips from South Africa and Australia, respectively, join Americans Michael Brennan, Steven Fisk, and William Mouw on the ballot.

Both the Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year awards will be determined by PGA Tour members. Only those who played a minimum of 15 official FedExCup events during the 2025 season can cast their votes. The voting period concludes on December 12, and the winners will be revealed at a later date.